Honey Cake

Posted on March 26, 2012 by thecompletebook

I have had this recipe typed and printed for what feels an eon but for some peculiar reason have not noted (very strange for me) where I got it from! Please let me know if this recipe is yours as I would really like to give credit where credit is due. I am positive I will remember when you remind me. Update: The mystery has been solved, I originally got this from Linda over at Fired UP Cooking SA. Thanks Linda!

This cake is perfect served with a scoop of ice cream or custard and a nice strong cup of coffee and makes for the easiest dessert for after dinner with family and friends. The crumb is lovely and light and super soft and spongy. I do not enjoy raw honey so was a little sceptical about enjoying this – well, it is scrumptious! It may have something to do with heating the honey or I might just be growing out of not being able to eat raw honey – either way, I could comfortably enjoy two servings for pudding.

Honey Cake

Ingredients

1 cup self raising flour
½ cup sugar – I used brown
½ tsp salt
½ cup milk
1 egg
3 tbsp butter melted

Sauce
1tbsp butter
3 tbsp honey

Method

Preheat the oven to 180°C.
Grease a small pie dish.
Place all of the ingredients into a mixing bowl and stir together with a wire whisk for 20 seconds until thick and creamy.
Pour the mixture into the prepared pie dish and bake for 20-25 minutes.
While the cake is baking, melt the sauce ingredients together.
Prick the cake all over and pour the sauce over.
Serve warm or cold with ice cream or custard.

81 thoughts on “Honey Cake”

Gian Banchero on March 26, 2012 at 07:22 said:

My gosh but this recipe is a sinful must, thank you for sharing !!!

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- thecompletecookbook on March 26, 2012 at 14:21 said:
  
  Hi Gian, thanks for stopping by. This cake is absolutely a must make – it is so easy and very moreish! Have a super day. 🙂
  
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Yvette on March 26, 2012 at 07:28 said:

Oh, how I love those one bowl mixers…non hassle cake mixtures, made with love, looks delicious ,honey! x

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- thecompletecookbook on March 26, 2012 at 14:22 said:
  
  It really does not get easier or nicer than this Yvette, worth making every week! Have a lovely day. 🙂
  
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ChgoJohn on March 26, 2012 at 08:09 said:

I have so many recipes that I never copied their origin. Of course, once I started my blog I started recording the source but that isn’t much good for most of the recipes on file. The cake recipe you’ve shared today is easy to make with ingredients we all have on hand. It’s the butter-honey syrup that makes it special, I bet. Yum!

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- thecompletecookbook on March 26, 2012 at 14:24 said:
  
  Hi John, must say I usually always make note so not sure what happened with this recipe UNLESS I had a brainwave and typed up this recipe and then forgot how brilliant I am – hee hee. The butter-honey syrup is definitely the secret weapon here – I do hope you make it soon. Have a super week. 🙂
  
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Nami | Just One Cookbook on March 26, 2012 at 08:21 said:

Very easy and short list of ingredients yet this is so fluffy and delicious! I’d love to have it with vanilla ice cream… perfect end of meal!

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- thecompletecookbook on March 26, 2012 at 14:27 said:
  
  Ice cream definitely compliments this beautifully Nami and is so easy and delicious for dinner guests dessert. have a lovely day. 🙂
  
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- thecompletecookbook on March 26, 2012 at 14:27 said:
  
  Ice cream definitely compliments this beautifully Nami and is so easy and delicious for dinner guests dessert. have a lovely day. 🙂
  
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Choc Chip Uru on March 26, 2012 at 08:22 said:

What a beautiful looking cake! It is simply divine my friend 😀
And honey in anything tastes like heaven!

Cheers
Choc Chip Uru

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- thecompletecookbook on March 26, 2012 at 14:31 said:
  
  It really is a superb cake CCU – I do hope you give it a try, you won’t be sorry. Have a super day. 🙂
  
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katyarich on March 26, 2012 at 08:35 said:

Early morning and reading your post makes me really hungry, looks great:)

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- thecompletecookbook on March 26, 2012 at 14:33 said:
  
  Well there is honey in it so it has a healthy element – why not enjoy a slice for brunch. 😀 Have a super day. 🙂
  
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  - katyarich on March 26, 2012 at 15:10 said:
    
    Have a lovely day you to!
    
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    - thecompletecookbook on March 26, 2012 at 15:10 said:
      
      😀
      
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rsmacaalay on March 26, 2012 at 08:36 said:

That looks simple yet tastes good.
I think I can relate as the recipe looks nearly similar to the base of my Pineapple Upsidedown cake

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- thecompletecookbook on March 26, 2012 at 15:02 said:
  
  I was thinking of adding some fruit next round Raymund – possibly some apples, pears or peaches. Will report back if I give it a try. Have a super day. 🙂
  
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promenadeplantings on March 26, 2012 at 08:49 said:

I love honey cake, but didn’t have a recipe so thank you. They sell it here on the market and it’s delicious – much darker and heavier than yours.

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- thecompletecookbook on March 26, 2012 at 15:03 said:
  
  Hi Claire, I hope you give this easy recipe a try – it is definitely my new go to dessert recipe. Have a super week. 🙂
  
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Tandy on March 26, 2012 at 08:59 said:

sounds yum!

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- thecompletecookbook on March 26, 2012 at 15:04 said:
  
  Thanks Tandy – it is scrumptious. Have a happy day. 🙂
  
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Sally on March 26, 2012 at 09:11 said:

This is just the simple kind of cake that appeals to me. Beautiful texture.

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- thecompletecookbook on March 26, 2012 at 15:04 said:
  
  Hi Sally, this is a perfect all occasion cake. Have a super day. 🙂
  
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Sous Chef on March 26, 2012 at 09:12 said:

Oh yes please! *eyes her Pro Vita’s with distaste*

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- thecompletecookbook on March 26, 2012 at 15:05 said:
  
  *Couriers an extra big slice to Sue* 😀 Have a super day. 🙂
  
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Chica Andaluza on March 26, 2012 at 10:29 said:

Ooh yum – wish I could claim it as mine but wil have to be happy with just making it instead! We have some delicious local honet which would be great with this….

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- thecompletecookbook on March 26, 2012 at 15:06 said:
  
  I am positive you will be making it more than once Tanya. Have a super day. 🙂
  
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Angie@Angie's Recipes on March 26, 2012 at 11:32 said:

It looks really moist and bet it’s great with some ice cream too!

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- thecompletecookbook on March 26, 2012 at 15:07 said:
  
  It is especially nice with ice cream when the cake is still warm Angie. Have a lovely week. 🙂
  
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Simply Tia on March 26, 2012 at 12:15 said:

This cake looks gorgeous and yummy. I like it a lot. I especially like how easy it is and the fact that the ingredient list is short and simple.

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- thecompletecookbook on March 26, 2012 at 15:08 said:
  
  Hi Tia, this is the perfect recipe for me – I love quick easy recipes that produce such a wonderful result. Have a super day and thanks for sopping by. 🙂
  
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hotlyspiced on March 26, 2012 at 13:03 said:

What a beautiful looking cake. How delicious. I would love a slice of warm honey cake with some softly whipped cream. xx

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- thecompletecookbook on March 26, 2012 at 15:08 said:
  
  Now if I just had a slice left over for you Charlie! Have a super day. 🙂
  
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Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide on March 26, 2012 at 13:58 said:

Look at that crumb!

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- thecompletecookbook on March 26, 2012 at 15:11 said:
  
  Award winning stuff I tell you. Have a great day Greg. 🙂
  
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My Inner Chick on March 26, 2012 at 15:00 said:

Ahhh, this looks delectably moist & lush, Mandy.

I’m on my way over…I’ll bring the vanilla ice-cream. Xxx Kissssssss

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- thecompletecookbook on March 26, 2012 at 15:09 said:
  
  I am waiting eagerly for your arrival dear Kim – hope the ice cream doesn’t melt en route! Have a beautiful day my friend. 🙂 xo
  
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pinkpolkadotfood on March 26, 2012 at 15:13 said:

My Mom used to make this dessert! You brought back so much memories now!

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- thecompletecookbook on March 26, 2012 at 15:20 said:
  
  Hi Pink, I hope they are all happy memories. I wonder if you will be making it this evening then… Have a super day. 🙂
  
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  - pinkpolkadotfood on March 26, 2012 at 15:28 said:
    
    I will be making it over the weekend when the girls are home!
    
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    - thecompletecookbook on March 26, 2012 at 15:37 said:
      
      Fantastic! Enjoy. 😀
      
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Tesney Ap on March 26, 2012 at 15:37 said:

Your cakes looks so good 🙂 And it sounds so easy to make too 🙂

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- thecompletecookbook on March 26, 2012 at 15:54 said:
  
  Thanks Tes, this is a super easy and delicious cake. Have a lovely day. 🙂
  
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Just A Smidgen on March 26, 2012 at 15:57 said:

Hey, that’s my recipe!! Lol, just kidding.. more like, wow.. I wish I had that recipe.. just my idea of the perfect cake.. so few ingredients and it turns out with that pretty crumb.. it would be awesome for a girl’s coffee!

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- thecompletecookbook on March 26, 2012 at 16:17 said:
  
  It’s just one of those will suit any occasion type cakes Smidge. Have a super day. 🙂
  
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  - Just A Smidgen on March 26, 2012 at 16:19 said:
    
    You too 🙂
    
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    - thecompletecookbook on March 26, 2012 at 17:14 said:
      
      🙂
      
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zestybeandog on March 26, 2012 at 16:02 said:

What a great cake, so simply wonderful and it looks very moist! I could use a warm slice 🙂

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- thecompletecookbook on March 26, 2012 at 16:17 said:
  
  It is just perfect warm with a cold accompaniment like ice cream. 😀 Have a lovely day Jen. 🙂
  
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Kristy on March 26, 2012 at 16:09 said:

I love honey – in all forms. I have no doubt I would love this cake. Miss A would too. 🙂

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- thecompletecookbook on March 26, 2012 at 16:18 said:
  
  I reckon Miss A could make this cake solo Kristy. Have a lovely week. 🙂
  
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Bluejellybeans on March 26, 2012 at 16:21 said:

This cake looks amazing! 🙂

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- thecompletecookbook on March 26, 2012 at 17:15 said:
  
  Thanks Giovanna, it is a delicious cake. 🙂
  
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thedrivencook on March 26, 2012 at 16:53 said:

What a gorgeous picture of a gorgeous cake!

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- thecompletecookbook on March 26, 2012 at 17:15 said:
  
  Thanks Ashely, that’s very kind. 🙂
  
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Karista on March 26, 2012 at 17:34 said:

Mandy this looks divine! I love these beautiful little cakes that don’t take too much fuss but taste like it was a huge project. 🙂 I will absolutely be adding this one to my list of baked goods. Have a wonderful week!

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- thecompletecookbook on March 26, 2012 at 17:40 said:
  
  Thanks Karista. I look forward to hearing how you enjoy this lovely cake. Have a super week too. 🙂
  
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sportsglutton on March 26, 2012 at 18:11 said:

How fortuitous that I have an abundance raw honey from our CSA and this cake will be mine. 🙂

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- thecompletecookbook on March 26, 2012 at 18:21 said:
  
  What a win Jed! Enjoy and have a super week. 🙂
  
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bitsandbreadcrumbs on March 26, 2012 at 18:11 said:

A gorgeously styled picture of a really lovely sounding cake. I’ve never tried honey cake for the reasons you stated above, but with these ingredients and used as a sauce, I can almost taste how good it is by looking at the picture!

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- thecompletecookbook on March 26, 2012 at 18:22 said:
  
  Thank you so much for your lovely comment Betsy! Have a lovely week. 🙂
  
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Purely.. Kay on March 26, 2012 at 22:26 said:

You are so right, this is the perfect cake to have with ice cream. And boy do I want some of this with ice cream right about now :). I love this Mandy

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- thecompletecookbook on March 27, 2012 at 07:46 said:
  
  Thanks Kay, seems to be quite a popular little cake. Have a super day. 🙂
  
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Karen on March 26, 2012 at 22:49 said:

I love a simple cake much more that one topped with a thick layer of way too sweet icing. There is so many things you to do with it…macerated fruit, ice cream, etc.

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- thecompletecookbook on March 27, 2012 at 07:48 said:
  
  Hi Karen, this is a very versatile cake – I am definitely going to try a fruit base of sorts next. Have a super day. 🙂
  
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{Main St. Cuisine} on March 26, 2012 at 23:30 said:

I think this may be the perfect springtime cake to serve with fresh berries and a cup of tea. The honey-butter sauce sounds like it really makes the finished cake special.

Thank you for sharing the recipe!
Allison

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- thecompletecookbook on March 27, 2012 at 07:58 said:
  
  HI Allison, fresh berries and a cup of tea would be heavenly, with a dollop of fresh cream just for good measure. Have a super day. 🙂
  
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thebigfatnoodle on March 26, 2012 at 23:31 said:

That cake looks divine, and I couldn’t believe how simple it was to make.

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- thecompletecookbook on March 27, 2012 at 08:01 said:
  
  Thanks for stopping by BFN. This is an absolute winner of a cake. Have a super day. 🙂
  
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Vicki Bensinger on March 27, 2012 at 04:05 said:

Your recipe looks so simple yet so delicious! It sounds like it will just melt in your mouth. Can’t wait to try this.

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- thecompletecookbook on March 27, 2012 at 08:03 said:
  
  Hi Vicki, welcome and thanks for stopping by. I am thrilled that you are going to give this lovely cake a try. Enjoy. Have a super day. 🙂
  
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Jasline on March 27, 2012 at 10:57 said:

Absolutely love one bowl recipes. I’m definitely trying this recipe!

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- thecompletecookbook on March 27, 2012 at 15:51 said:
  
  Hi Jaline, welcome and thanks so much for stopping by. This is a real winner of a recipe. I look forward to hearing how you enjoy it. Have a super day. 🙂
  
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filingawaycupcakes on March 27, 2012 at 16:39 said:

So simple, and beautiful!

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- thecompletecookbook on March 27, 2012 at 17:15 said:
  
  Thank you so much. Have a lovely day. 🙂
  
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Fired Up Cooking SA on March 29, 2012 at 19:49 said:

Hi Mandy – it’s my recipe!!!!! Here’s the link http://firedupcookingsa.com/2011/05/12/extra-easy-and-delicious-honey-cake/

And it’s really good with syrup instead of honey too (I’ve tried that when too broke to buy honey!)

Your photo is great – so glad you like the recipe….it’s one of my favourite go-to cakes. 😀

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- thecompletecookbook on March 30, 2012 at 08:22 said:
  
  Hi Linda, awesome, thanks for letting me know. I will update the post right away! This is a definite favourite of mine now too, I have made it quite a few times and will try it with some Lyles Golden Syrup next time around. Have a super weekend. 🙂 xo
  
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  - Fired Up Cooking SA on April 2, 2012 at 21:32 said:
    
    Thanks for the mention, Mandy! Have a wonderful week xo 🙂
    
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    - thecompletecookbook on April 3, 2012 at 08:39 said:
      
      Hi Linda, I am so pleased you could solve the mystery for me. Have a lovely week. 🙂
      
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beti on March 30, 2012 at 07:30 said:

wow so simple but you managed to make it look extremely delicious and so moist

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- thecompletecookbook on March 30, 2012 at 08:41 said:
  
  Hi Beti, welcome and thanks for stopping by. This is a delicious cake and has a lovely moist crumb. Have a lovely weekend. 🙂
  
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